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Primary Health Tasmania is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation working to connect care We ask that you are respectful in your comments.

Primary Health Tasmania is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation working to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 primary health networks (PHNs) established nationally on 1 July 2015 as part of the Australian Government’s Primary Health Networks Program to:
• increase the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for patients, particularly those

at risk of poor health outcomes
• improve coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. To learn more about us visit www.primaryhealthtas.com.au

Primary Health Tasmania’s social media sites are places where we encourage interaction and discussion between anyone interested in our organisation or primary health care. We reserve the right to remove anything we deem:
• abusive or personal attacks
• material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, slanderous, hateful or embarrassing to any other entity
• third party advertising
• chain letters or spam

We also reserve the right to terminate involvement by users who post such content. For your safety, never include your phone number, email, address or other personal information in a post. Your comments are visible to all. This page is monitored Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. We will aim to get back to you within one business day. If your inquiry is urgent please contact us directly on 1300 653 169 (during business hours). Primary Health Tasmania does not offer direct clinical services.
• Your regular GP should always be your first point of call if you need medical care
• In an emergency, call 000 for ambulance, fire or police. For health advice and information on health services open after hours, on public holidays and on weekends:
• www.tasafterhours.com
• call 1800 022 222 (healthdirect Australia)

The following telephone services are also available for urgent assistance:
• Mental Health Services Helpline (DHHS) 1800 332 388
• Lifeline Crisis Help 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline 1800 187 263

18/07/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | We're seeking a Manager – ICT Strategy and Security.

This is a leadership role with broad responsibilities across information and communication technology strategy, infrastructure, security, contract management, and user support.

The successful applicant will be instrumental in shaping our technology landscape and ensuring our systems support the delivery of high-quality health services across Tasmania.

This is a permanent, full-time position and can be based in your choice of Hobart or Launceston.

The position attracts not-for-profit salary packaging. Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close on Tuesday 29 July. Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

14/07/2025

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS | Are you a primary healthcare professional working with patients who use alcohol, to***co or other substances?

Primary Health Tasmania, in collaboration with the Tasmanian Alcohol and Drug Service, is seeking feedback via a survey to help develop a community of practice for those who support patients with substance use dependence.

Insights will inform an Alcohol and Other Drugs ECHO series - Project ECHO is an interactive, online learning model that provides access to expert advice and peer support.

Sessions include opportunities to discuss de-identified cases with specialists from the Alcohol and Drug Service and fellow practitioners.

Visit tasp.hn/40T3LfQ to complete the 10-minute survey.

10/07/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | It’s the top job this time!

In late August we will farewell our wonderful CEO, Phil Edmondson, who is stepping down after 10 years at the helm of Primary Health Tasmania and almost 30 years in primary care leadership roles.

Phil’s move to semi-retirement paves the way for a new CEO to support the strengthening of a sector that underpins the health of our local communities.

Want to know more about this opportunity? Go to tasp.hn/CEOopportunity

06/07/2025

TASMANIAN HEALTHPATHWAYS | As of Monday 30 June, Tasmanian HealthPathways has transitioned to personalised logins.

Personalised logins to provide a more personalised, convenient and streamlined experience.

Shared logins* have now been retired. To ensure your ongoing access to HealthPathways, please register for a personalised account as soon as possible.

To register for an account, please visit: tasp.hn/3IcUGbl

*Shared logins will still be available for users accessing via the Tasmanian Health Service, University of Tasmania, and HealthLink SmartForms.

To understand more about this change, visit bit.ly/4nojGfQ

27/06/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | Primary Health Tasmania is seeking applications for the role of Health Project Lead.

Make a real impact with your project management skills and lead projects that change lives in Tasmania.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in your choice of location - Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone.

It attracts not-for-profit salary packaging. Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close Monday 7 July. Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

13/06/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | Primary Health Tasmania is seeking applications for the role of Health Data Analyst.

This unique role sits at the intersection of data, strategy and impact – where your analytical skills drive real-world change in an innovative and purpose-driven environment.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in Hobart.
It attracts not-for-profit salary packaging. Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close Monday 22 June. Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

12/06/2025

MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION | Take part in community consultation to help shape the future of mental healthcare in Tasmania.

We’re running a project to improve the experiences and outcomes of Tasmanians who access the mental health services we commission, called the Mental Health Continuum of Care.

As part of this work, we’ll be holding community consultation sessions across Tasmania – and online – in June.

These sessions will share what we’ve heard from stakeholders so far, and seek feedback on possible components of a new model for certain mental health services.

For details about the workshops in Hobart, Launceston and Devonport, as well as the online sessions, visit tasp.hn/MHCOCconsult

To learn more about our Mental Health Continuum of Care Project, visit tasp.hn/MHCOC

06/06/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | We are recruiting to the following positions:

* Health Data Analyst – turn complex health data into insights that shape strategy and improve health care for Tasmanians. This full-time, ongoing position is based in Hobart. Applications close on Monday 22 June

* Primary Health Consultant (Priority Populations) – promote equal access to health services for priority population groups in Tasmania. There are three of these full-time, ongoing roles available, and they can be based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close on Wednesday 11 June.

These positions attract not-for-profit salary packaging. Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

31/05/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | Primary Health Tasmania is seeking applications for the role of Primary Health Consultant (Priority Populations).

We are looking for proactive, organised Health Programs Coordinators (Primary Health Consultant) to join a supportive, values-driven team who are passionate about improving health outcomes for those who need it most.

There are three full-time, permanent positions available based in your choice of location (Ulverstone, Launceston or Hobart).

It attracts not-for-profit salary packaging. Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close Wednesday 11 June. Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

30/05/2025

MULTICULTURAL HEALTH | Are you interested in how to deliver more culturally responsive care and work effectively with interpreters?

Primary Health Tasmania is offering free face-to-face training for GPs, practice nurses, general practice staff and allied health professionals across the state, starting on Thursday 12 June in Hobart.

Delivered by the Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania, this one-hour interactive session covers:
*cultural diversity in Tasmania
*culturally responsive practices in health care
*best practices for working with qualified interpreters.

For more information and to register, visit: tasp.hn/multicultural-training

29/05/2025

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS | Interested in supporting patients with opioid dependence in your community?

Primary Health Tasmania is offering educational scholarships for a maximum of ten Tasmanian GPs to complete Opioid Replacement Therapy (ORT) Accreditation Training - helping build confidence and competence in prescribing treatments like methadone and buprenorphine.

The RACGP-accredited training includes online modules and face-to-face clinical shadowing, and successful recipients will receive a $975 financial incentive upon the completion of the full 6.5-hour training.

The training is:
* available to GPs currently practising in Tasmania
* training must be completed by 30 June 2025
* includes training on depot buprenorphine and overdose prevention
* tailored to suit GPs across all regions in Tasmania - north, north west, and south.

For more information and to apply now to build your capacity in community-based ORT, visit tasp.hn/ORT-accreditation-scholarship

27/05/2025

CANCER SCREENING | Are you a primary healthcare professional looking to stay up to date with the latest in breast cancer screening practices?

In partnership with the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer, Cancer Council Victoria and the Victoria and Tasmania PHN Alliance, Primary Health Tasmania is hosting a free webinar from 6:30pm to 8pm on Tuesday 17 June on enhancing early detection: the latest in breast cancer screening.

This webinar is accredited for 1.5 hours educational activities with RACGP and ACRRM.

For more information and to register, visit tasp.hn/4jnhrGC.

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Hobart Town, TAS

Telephone

+611300653169

Website

http://www.primaryhealthtas.com.au/

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